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Lifestyle Editor & Home Design Expert
Amanda O'Neil is a lifestyle editor based in Texas with over 19 years of experience. They are an experienced home design and lifestyle editor. They have worked extensively on remodeling, lifestyle, and design projects, bringing practical expertise together with creative vision. Their work emphasizes clarity, accessibility, and solutions that fit real homeowners' needs, making them a trusted guide in the home improvement and design space.
2 articles covering home improvement, remodeling, and design
Planning a 2026 kitchen remodel? Uncover hidden expenses like structural repairs, custom cabinets, and temporary living costs that can exceed budgets. Discover strategies to foresee these issues, incorporate buffers, and deliver a functional, beautiful space on schedule.
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Remodeling projects in 2026 may exceed initial estimates due to concealed markups, change orders, subcontractor charges, and permit fees. This guide exposes typical cost pitfalls that contractors seldom disclose and provides strategies to detect, challenge, and manage them, ensuring a transparent, cost-effective, and hassle-free renovation process.
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